Comparing the Range Rover SV Black Edition (Special Edition) and the Mahindra Thar side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Range Rover SV Black Edition (Special Edition) is available at a price on request, while the Mahindra Thar is priced at ₹999,000. On the engine front, the Range Rover SV Black Edition (Special Edition) comes with a 4999 cc (V8 Petrol) / 2997 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Mahindra Thar's 1997 cm3, producing 518-575 bhp and 112kW @ 5000 r/min respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 8-12 km/l for the Range Rover SV Black Edition (Special Edition) versus 15.2 kmpl for the Mahindra Thar. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | 12V Lead-Acid / Mild Hybrid Battery | 12V heavy-duty automotive electrical architecture |
| Displacement | 4999 cc (V8 Petrol) / 2997 cc (Diesel) | 1997 cm3 |
| Drive Type | All-Wheel Drive | RWD/ 4WD |
| Engine Type | 5.0L Supercharged V8 Petrol / 3.0L Turbocharged Diesel | 2.0 L mStallion Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (TGDi) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 litres | 57 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-speed | 6‑speed (MT/AT) |
| Mileage | 8-12 km/l | 15.2 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 8 (V8 Petrol) / 6 (Diesel) | 4 |
| Power | 518-575 bhp | 112kW @ 5000 r/min |
| Starter | Push Start | keyless engine ignition system |
| Torque | 625 Nm | 320Nm @ 1500-3000 r/min |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual / Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Regenerative Braking | Yes | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 909 litres | 257 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 2110 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 213 mm | 226 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2,500 kg | 1650 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5,200 mm x 2,073 mm x 1,870 mm | 3850 mm, 1820 mm, 1855 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
| Wheelbase | 3,120 mm | 2,450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Power Adjustable | Hydraulic Power Steering column with mechanical Tilt adjustment only; telescopic adjustment is omitted |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Manual day/night anti-glare internal rearview mirror adjustment toggle |
| Central Locking | Yes | Speed-sensing automatic central door-locking logic |
| Climate Control | 4-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Heavy-duty manual air conditioning unit paired with newly introduced rear AC vents |
| Cluster | Digital Instrument Cluster | 4.2-inch colored digital driver's data hub paired with analog dials |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Steering wheel-mounted electronic speed cruise controls |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | No |
| Infotainment System | Pivi Pro Touchscreen System | Upgraded floating 10.25-inch touchscreen supporting wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay profiles |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Smart remote central keyless locking fob |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Power-adjustable exterior side mirrors standard on higher-spec configurations |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front doors only (switches mounted logically on the center console layout) |
| Push Start | Yes | No |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Rear AC air ventilation modules to improve back row cooling |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | No |
| Seat Upholstery | Premium Windsor Leather | Premium, heavy-duty black fabric or washable vinyl upholstery built to repel water and trail dirt |
| Sound System | Meridian Surround Sound System | Roof-mounted 4-speaker and 2-tweeter system layout designed to maintain audio clarity during open-top conversion |
| Sunroof | Fixed Panoramic Sunroof | Hard Top |
| USB Ports | Multiple USB ports | Dedicated front dashboard fast-charging USB ports |
| Voice Command | Yes | Smart voice recognition logic built into the center touchscreen module |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Dual-tone bumpers featuring scratch-resistant deep charcoal cladding panels for off-road protection |
| DRLs | Yes | Bumper-integrated LED Daytime Running Lights paired with fender-mounted turn indicators |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front bumper-integrated round Halogen fog lights |
| Headlight | LED with Signature DRLs | Classic round Halogen headlamps with an integrated manual leveling switch |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | No |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Fully integrated into the glass window section of the rear opening tailgate |
| Roof Rails | Gloss Black Roof Rails | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | Yes | Full-LED signature rectangular rear tail lamps |
| Tyre Size | 22-inch or 23-inch Alloy Wheels | 255/65 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Run-Flat Tyres | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Gloss Black Alloy Wheels | Steel, Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Multiple Airbags | Dual front airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Hydraulic Brake Assist logic |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Standard incline descent control and slope-holding safety lock framework |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Dedicated anchoring brackets mounted directly into the rear seats |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Bumper-flush sonar proximity sensors |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Advanced Tyre Pressure Monitoring System featuring a unique Tyre Direction Monitoring System to display steering wheel orientation |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Santorini Black, Narvik Black, and other dark-themed colors | Stealth BlackDeep ForestEverest WhiteTango RedBattleship GreyGalaxy Grey |
